Actress Ghazala Javed responds to Humaira Asghar’s mother after remarks about Karachiites

Veteran actress Ghazala Javed has responded to recent remarks made by the mother of actress Humaira Asghar, who expressed frustration with the people of Karachi.

Humaira Asghar’s decomposed body was discovered in her apartment in DHA, Karachi. Authorities believed she passed away in October 2024, and the body was recovered at least nine months later. Reports suggest her family had not contacted her for several months, as they failed to get in touch with authorities for weeks following the news of her death.

In a recent interview, Ghazala Javed quoted Humaira’s mother’s comments criticising Karachi’s residents and responded strongly.

“I just want to tell her, leave the people of Karachi out of this. Tell me, what kind of mother are you?” Ghazala said. “Two Eid festivals have passed since your daughter’s death, and you had no idea?”

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Using herself as an example, Ghazala continued, “I also have daughters. Even if my married daughter gets a fever, I can’t sleep. A mother knows her child’s pain. Humaira was a very good girl. If my daughter were like her, I would be proud.”

Ghazala went on to praise Humaira Asghar for her character and her stance on women’s empowerment. “She had been living alone for seven years, but she never did anything wrong. She didn’t own her own house and own vehicle. If she had a boyfriend or was using drugs, maybe she would have everything.”

Expressing her sorrow, Ghazala added, “She was as talented as she was kind. I feel she went earlier, and I feel sorry for her parents. In my opinion, the most unfortunate children are those who are not supported or loved by their mothers."